Table 1 shows one common tire related problems of the 2026 Kia Motor Sportage.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems |
The contact owns a 2026 kia Sportage equipped with kumho tires, tire line: crugen hp71, tire size: 235/60/r18, dot number: 1k2cmya8e . While the contact’s daughter was driving approximately 75 mph, the vehicle suddenly started shaking violently and vibrated abnormally, causing the driver to almost lose control of the steering wheel. The driver regained control of the steering wheel and parked the vehicle. The police and a towing service was called to the scene. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the front passenger’s side tire had tread separation at the center of the tire, causing the center rim of the wheel to be exposed and caused damages to the wheel well and fender. The vehicle was later towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle manufacturer and rental car company were notified of the failure. The tire manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 3,900.